First name Gregor - Meaning, Origin and Rating
Origin
Greek
Nameday
3. September, 9 November
Meaning
Gregor is a male given name of Greek origin, meaning "the Vigilant." The name has been borne by notable historical figures such as Gregor the Great and contemporary personalities including Gregor Gysi and Gregor Kobel. It also appears in cultural contexts like the "Gregor" literary cycle. The name’s meaning is reflected consistently across languages, emphasizing watchfulness and alertness.
Famous people with the first name Gregor
- Gregor MacGregor (Scottish military leader in the South American wars of independence)
- Gregor Mendel (Austrian religious priest and geneticist)
- Gregor Fisher (British actor and comedian)
- Gregor Kobel (Swiss football goalkeeper)
- Dan Gregor (Person)
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